Detachable Blower Intake; Cleaning Vac Filter; Cleaning A Dry Filter - RIDGID VAC40100 Mode D'emploi

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Maintenance (continued)

Detachable Blower Intake

WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury from accidental starting,
unplug power cord before changing
or cleaning filter or foam pad.
After using the detachable blower of your
Wet/Dry Vac, examine the bottom of the
blower for dust and debris. Check to see
if the intake to the blower has debris
stuck to the plastic vents and foam pad.
To clean the foam pad under the intake
shield of the detachable blower:
1. Remove the three screws holding the
intake shield.
2. Lift the intake shield off and set aside.
3. Lift the foam pad away from the
detachable blower.
4. Remove the foam pad and clean in
warm soapy water or brush debris
away. Allow foam pad to dry.
5. Examine foam pad for reuse. If you
need to replace it, check the service
part section of this manual.
6. Replace foam pad by reversing Steps
1 thru 4.
7. Reinstall intake shield and 3 screws.
The unit is ready for use.

Cleaning Vac Filter

NOTE: The filter is made of high quality
paper designed to stop very small
particles of dust. The filter can be used
for dry pick up or small amounts of liquid.
Handle the filter carefully when removing
to clean or installing it. Creases in the
filter pleats may occur from installation
but will not affect the performance of the
filter. Your filter should be cleaned often to
maintain peak Vac performance. Be sure
to dry the filter before storing or picking
up dry debris.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the
blower wheel and motor, always reinstall
the filter before using the Vac for dry
material pickup.

Cleaning A Dry Filter

NOTE: For best cleaning results due to
accumulated dust, clean the filter in an
open area. Cleaning SHOULD be done
outdoors and not in the living quarters.
1. Light cleaning of some dry debris from
the filter can be accomplished without
removing the filter from the Vac.
Simply slap your hand on top of the
handle while the Vac is turned off.
2. Remove filter from Vac. Gently tap the
filter against the inside wall of your
dust drum and the debris will loosen
and fall.
3. For thorough cleaning of a dry filter
with fine dust (no debris) you may run
water through it as described under
"Cleaning A Wet Filter" Section.
Foam Pad
Intake
Shield
Screws (3)
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